Horse Health Matters®
Wolf Teeth in Horses
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 6, 2017 14:43
Although the mention of wolf teeth may bring visions of werewolf fangs, wolf teeth in horses are drastically different. Learn about these troublesome teeth and …
Horse Trailering Accidents
by Katie Navarra
April 11, 2017 11:18
Horse trailer accidents do happen. Learn how to prepare for a trailer accident and how your first aid preparations can save the lives of both horses and people …
Maintenance Clipping for Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 14:11
Learn the 8 steps that will keep your horse well-groomed with maintenance clipping along with suggestions for purchasing and keeping your clippers in good shape …
Rehabilitating a Neglected Horse Requires Critical Care
by Anna Sochocky
June 21, 2018 14:30
The neglected horse has many needs including critical care for any wounds, curling or cracked hoofs, dental and skin problems, and deworming as well as a …
Tip of the Day
Products containing glucosamine and/or condroitin sulfate are one of the most common feed additives. Questions about bioavialability when administered orally and overall efficacy are not completely understood.
Keeping Your Barn Safe
by Flossie Sellers
April 20, 2017 14:27
Falls, fire, structural inadequacies, and horse-related injuries are legitimate concerns for every horse owner. Read to learn the 12 tips for barn safety and …
Farrier's Prices
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:48
Although no general article can address the costs of a farrier in a particular area, learn about the value of a farrier's services and the support a competent …
Hay for Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
May 4, 2017 10:14
Grass hay, grain hay, alfalfa hay - these are the basic staples of horse food. Not all hay is the same. Nutritional differences vary as much as price. Learn how …
Feeding Hay Free Choice: Pros and Cons
by Miriam Rieck
May 4, 2017 10:20
Feeding your horse "free choice" is encouraged by many leading equine nutritionists. Major horse owner concerns include high cost and fat horses. Here are some …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Analgesic
A remedy used to treat and reduce pain.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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adjective
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
synonyms: crucial, necessary, key, vital, indespensable, important, of the essence, critcal imperative, manditory, compulsory, obligatory
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